Full List Of Ingredients - What Goes In Our Products?

At Clever Soap, we think it’s important to be transparent about everything that goes into our products. We understand that many ingredients may be unfamiliar, so we have created a list of every single ingredient that goes into our products, along with a brief description of what it is and why we use it.

You can also click on each ingredient to see a list of the products that contain it.

Full List Of Clever Soap Ingredients

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract: Extracted from the leaves of the aloe vera plant, this ingredient is renowned for its soothing, anti-inflammatory, and healing properties. It is often used to treat burns, moisturize dry skin, and reduce redness and irritation.

Aqua: Also known as water, it is the most common solvent used in cosmetics. It helps to dissolve other ingredients and provides hydration to the skin.

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil (Argan Oil): Derived from the kernels of the argan tree, this oil is rich in essential fatty acids, vitamin E, and antioxidants. It is highly moisturizing and is used to improve skin elasticity and softness.

Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract: This extract is known for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties. It helps to calm irritated skin and is often used in products for sensitive skin.

Avena Sativa Kernel Flour: Made from finely ground oats, it is used for its soothing and protective properties. It can help to relieve irritation and is suitable for sensitive skin.

Benzyl Alcohol: A naturally occurring and synthetic ingredient used as a preservative and solvent. It has antibacterial properties and helps to stabilize products.

Benzoic Acid: A preservative that helps to prevent the growth of mold, yeast, and bacteria in cosmetic products.

Bifida Ferment Lysate: A probiotic ingredient derived from the fermentation of Bifida bacteria. It helps to strengthen the skin’s barrier, improve hydration, and protect against environmental stressors.

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter (Shea Butter): Extracted from the nuts of the shea tree, this butter is rich in vitamins A and E, fatty acids, and antioxidants. It provides deep moisture and nourishment to the skin and helps to improve elasticity.

Caprylyl Glycol: A multifunctional ingredient that acts as a humectant, emollient, and preservative. It helps to hydrate the skin, improve texture, and extend the shelf life of products.

Carbomer: A synthetic polymer used as a thickening, suspending, and stabilizing agent. It helps to create a gel-like texture and improve the consistency of products.

Cetearyl Alcohol: A fatty alcohol that acts as an emulsifier, thickener, and emollient. It helps to blend oil and water-based ingredients and provides a smooth, creamy texture to products.

Cetyl Alcohol: A fatty alcohol used as an emollient, emulsifier, and thickener. It helps to soften and condition the skin while providing structure to creams and lotions.

Citric Acid: An alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) derived from citrus fruits. It is used to adjust the pH of products, provide mild exfoliation, and improve skin texture and tone.

Cichorium Intybus (Chicory) Root Extract: A prebiotic known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, this extract helps to soothe and protect the skin from environmental damage and provide nourishment to healthy bacteria.

Coco Caprylate: A natural emollient derived from coconut oil, used for its light, non-greasy feel and skin-softening properties. It provides a silky, smooth texture.

Coco-Glucoside: A gentle surfactant derived from coconut oil and sugar. It is used for its mild cleansing and foaming properties, making it suitable for sensitive skin.

Dehydroacetic Acid: A preservative used to inhibit the growth of microorganisms in cosmetic products, helping to extend their shelf life.

Decylene Glycol: An antimicrobial agent that helps to preserve cosmetic products and improve skin texture. It also has moisturizing properties.

Decyl Glucoside: A mild, biodegradable surfactant derived from sugar and coconut. It is used for its gentle cleansing properties and is suitable for sensitive skin.

Ethylhexylglycerin: A multifunctional ingredient that acts as a skin-conditioning agent and preservative enhancer. It helps to improve the efficacy of preservatives and provides antimicrobial benefits.

Glycerin: A powerful humectant that draws moisture into the skin, helping to keep it hydrated and soft. It is widely used for its moisturizing properties.

Glyceryl Stearate: An emulsifier and emollient that helps to blend oil and water-based ingredients, providing a smooth texture to formulations and softening the skin.

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil: A lightweight oil rich in vitamins A, D, and E, and essential fatty acids. It is used for its moisturizing, nourishing, and antioxidant properties.

Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract (Sea Buckthorn): Known for its high content of vitamins, antioxidants, and fatty acids, this extract helps to nourish, protect, and rejuvenate the skin.

Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate: A probiotic ingredient that helps to balance the skin’s microbiome, enhance barrier function, and improve overall skin health.

Lactococcus Ferment Lysate: Another probiotic ingredient that supports the skin’s natural defences, promoting a healthy balance of microorganisms on the skin and improving resilience.

Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): A versatile ingredient that helps to improve skin texture, reduce the appearance of pores, even out skin tone, and strengthen the skin’s barrier.

Phenoxyethanol: A preservative used to prevent the growth of bacteria and mold in cosmetic products.

Phytic Acid: An antioxidant and chelating agent that helps to brighten the skin, improve texture, and protect against environmental damage. It also has exfoliating properties.

Piroctone Olamine: An antifungal agent with antibacterial properties used to treat dandruff and reduce flaking.

Potassium Sorbate: A preservative that prevents the growth of mold and yeast in cosmetic products, extending their shelf life.

Quillaja Saponaria Bark Extract (Soapbark): A natural foaming agent and cleanser with soothing properties. It helps to remove impurities without stripping the skin of its natural oils.

Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil: A thick, nourishing oil used for its moisturizing and conditioning properties. It helps to soften the skin and improve its texture.

Salicylic Acid: A beta hydroxy acid (BHA) that exfoliates the skin, unclogs pores, and helps to prevent breakouts. It has anti-inflammatory properties and can reduce blemishes.

Sodium Benzoate: A preservative that prevents the growth of bacteria and fungi in cosmetic products. It is often used in combination with other preservatives for broad-spectrum protection.

Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking Soda): Used to adjust the pH of products and provide gentle exfoliation. It can also help to soothe irritated skin.

Sodium Cocoamphoacetate: A mild surfactant derived from coconut oil, used for its cleansing and foaming properties. It is gentle on the skin and suitable for sensitive skin.

Sodium Hydroxide: Used to adjust the pH of cosmetic products, ensuring they are balanced and safe for use on the skin.

Sorbic Acid: A preservative used to inhibit the growth of mold, yeast, and fungi in cosmetic products. It helps to extend shelf life.

Stearic Acid: A fatty acid used as an emulsifier and thickener. It helps to provide structure to creams and lotions, giving them a stable, smooth texture.

Sulfur: A naturally occurring mineral that helps to prevent breakouts and exfoliate the skin, removing dead skin cells and impurities.

Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter: A rich, nourishing butter extracted from cocoa beans. It provides deep moisture and conditioning to the skin, improving softness and elasticity.

Tocopherol (Vitamin E): A powerful antioxidant that helps to protect the skin from free radical damage, improve hydration, and enhance overall skin health.

Xanthan Gum: A natural thickening and stabilizing agent used to improve the texture and consistency of cosmetic products. It helps to create a smooth, uniform application.